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Quicksand is a dense, mud-like substance found near bodies of water that could kill if the tide rolls in while people are trapped. However, people typically only sink to waist height and are rescued quickly.

"You cannot drown in it. However, its difficult to get out, and you may still die," a quicksand researcher told Newsweek.

Is quicksand as big of a threat as Hollywood tells us it is? Zion's chief park ranger gave us the truth (and tips on escaping quicksand...just in case).

When faced with what looks like certain death, it takes bravery, determination, and plenty of luck. These people lived to tell their awe-inspiring stories of survival.

When faced with death, you need bravery, determination, and plenty of luck. These four people survived terrifying ordeals, against all odds.

Is quicksand as big of a threat as Hollywood tells us it is? Zion's chief park ranger gave us the truth (and tips on escaping quicksand...just in case).